RIP LING CHAN
It is with great sadness to let you know that our dear friend and Dharma Sister Ling Chan passed away Saturday February 25th 2023 here in New York City.
‘Ling Chan grew up in Hong Kong and immigrated to New York City at the age of 21. There she began her career in the beauty industry and soon realized that in order to provide for her family while achieving the American dream, she decided to pursue her passion in esthetics. While preserving her rich Chinese heritage, Ling simultaneously assimilated into mainstream American culture and opened her first spa in 1984 at the renowned intersection, 57th street and 5th avenue in NYC.’
A devote Buddhist practitioner, Ling was a longtime member and stalwart supporter of The Tibet Center. When The Tibet Center lost its temple / office, Ling hosted us in her Lingskincare warehouses until we found our new space. When Rato monastery experienced difficult overcrowding conditions, Ling played an integral role in the project to expand the monks’ quarters and new Temple building.
Khyongla Rato Rinpoche was very close to Ling and he considered her family. We will miss her warmth and compassion as she watched over and took care of us all. She meant so much to us and we will miss her greatly.